Party prep or just every day living either way you need an easy and pretty way to display those yummy cupcakes. Â As part of the Handbuilt Holiday gift project series Ana White and I are sharing this DIY cupcake stand you can make for your holiday cupcakes.
A DIY tutorial to build a three tier cupcake stand. Make this simple cupcake or dessert stand for your next event or perfect for kids play kitchen too!
It’s Friday and time to share another handmade holiday DIY gift build with plans from Ana White.
Today we have a simple three tier cupcake stand that is perfect for your holiday gatherings.
In fact it’s so simple I whipped up two stands very quickly. Â And with just with a change of trim moulding and finish you can tailor this cupcake stand exactly as you like.
Cupcake Stand Options:
For the white stand IÂ used scalloped moulding purchased from Michaels. Â It adds such a pretty, delicate finishing touch that’s a bit more fancy.
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And for the finishing touch I made felt cupcakes for a complete kids play gift.
The scalloped moulding gives the cupcake stand just the right amount of flare.
Rustic Stained Stand:
For the second stand I opted for a bit more rustic with stain and a turned dowel decorative topper.
Build Process:
Below are the instructions on how to build a wood cupcake stand. Â Be sure to read through entirely before beginning.
Step 1: Follow Ana’s plans and cut your lumber.
Step 2: Assemble the pieces as per Ana’s plans.
Step 3: Cut the moulding pieces with 45 degree bevel on both ends, not parallel.
Cut the moulding pieces to fit as you follow along the edge.
Step 4: Attach the moulding with glue and finish nails.
You want the shelf corners to come to a 90 degree angle. Â Above is after you attach the first piece of moulding, the corner should look like this.
Now line up your next piece of moulding and cut to fit.
Step 5: Prime and paint with high gloss white, spray paint is best for this project.
Thanks for joining me for this cupcake stand project. Please leave any questions in the comments below and be sure to follow me on social media for sneak peeks, tools and project inspiration:
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They both look beautiful!
how you get the middle shelf to stay up?
Hi Donald, the middle shelf is very snug on the post and I used wood glue.